Three people were injured, two seriously, in a Monday afternoon crash in Whitewater Township, authorities said.

The crash happened around 4:45 p.m. in the 6000 block of Morgan Road.

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Officials said that a 16-year-old girl was driving south on Morgan Road when she lost control, crossing over the center line. As an oncoming vehicle approached, officials said the teen driver steered right, causing the vehicle to exit the road, roll onto its roof and strike a tree.

The driver of the car was able to get out with the help of nearby motorists, police said. She was taken to the hospital and listed in good condition.

Two boys were passengers in the car, ages 15 and 12, had to be extricated by the Whitewater and Miami township fire departments.

The 15-year-old was flown to University of Cincinnati Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition.

The 12-year-old was taken to Children’s Hospital where he is listed in serious condition.

Officials said speed is believed to be a factor in the crash.

The crash remains under investigation by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office.